Dunns Creek Wildlife Management Area
Managed in cooperation with the St. Johns River Water Management District.
Dunns Creek Wildlife Management Area consists of more than 3,000 acres in eastern Putnam County, along the east side of Dunns Creek. The majority of the area is floodplain swamp and hydric hammock, with smaller upland areas of pine flatwoods and mixed forests.
During hunting seasons, access is limited to people who have a valid quota hunt permit.
Hunting
For hunting seasons and area regulations, view FWC's regulations summary brochure for Dunns Creek WMA.
Fishing
Fishing is permitted year-round. A Florida fishing license is required and can be purchased at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com.
Camping
Only tent camping is allowed and only at designated campsites. For more information visit the St. Johns River Water Management District camping page.
Recreation
The area offers a variety of outdoor activities, including wildlife viewing, hiking, horseback riding and bicycling. Boating and paddling are also welcome, although there isn’t a boat ramp on-site.
Wildlife
This area supports numerous reptiles and amphibians as well as bobcats, raccoons, white-tailed deer and gray foxes. Both migratory and resident birds are found on the area including wood ducks, swallow-tailed kites, red-shouldered hawks, barred owls, yellow-crowned night herons, woodpeckers and warblers.
Add your bird observations to the following Dunns Creek eBird Hotspots:
More Information
For an area map, hunting seasons, permits, fees, rules regarding dogs and area regulations, view FWC's regulations summary brochure for Dunns Creek WMA.